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CURIOUS FOR MUSIC: FRESH HITS (21.02.25)

Bringing you music that you should be curious about!


Niamh McKinney ‘Reliving’



With ‘Reliving’, Niamh McKinney proves once again why she’s one of Ireland’s most compelling new voices. The track is a masterclass in balancing raw vulnerability with intricate musical craftsmanship. Beginning with an almost fragile a cappella introduction, the song swells into a cinematic soundscape that mirrors the song’s theme of self-perception and the permanence of fleeting moments. McKinney’s poetic lyricism and evocative melodies feel both deeply personal and universally resonant, drawing listeners into a world where time bends and memory lingers.


Aistis ‘Caviar For Seagulls’



Step into the melancholy majesty of "Caviar For Seagulls", Aistis' latest aural masterpiece. This album is a sparse, elegiac beauty that weaves together threads of folk, theatre, and poetry to create a sonic tapestry of vulnerable introspection and soaring hope. With songs that pivot from soul-stirring released to theatrical whimsy, Aistis conjures up a world of bruised beauty and quiet resistance, one that will resonate deeply with anyone who's ever struggled to find their way in the dark.


Swiss Pleasure ‘2009’



Swiss Pleasure’s latest music video for ‘2009’ is a masterclass in storytelling, turning the deeply personal into something universally resonant. The trio crafts a dreamlike, visually striking world where an imaginary tea party serves as both refuge and illusion, contrasting warm, intimate interiors with stark, unflinching reality outside. Alea’s raw, urgent vocals collide beautifully with Claire’s ethereal harmonies, while Agathe’s driving drums inject a restless energy that echoes the song’s themes of emotional distance and quiet defiance. With its DIY ingenuity and hypnotic aesthetic, ‘2009’ cements Swiss Pleasure as one of the most compelling voices in today’s indie rock landscape.


Craigology ‘Forward Direction’



Craigology’s, Secrets from a Gemstone, is like stepping into a sonic daydream—lush, cinematic, and packed with emotion. Blending ambient piano, neoclassical grace, smooth electronic jazz, and orchestral swells, this EP is a masterclass in musical storytelling. The standout track ‘Forward Direction’ feels like a warm sunrise after a long night, radiating hope and quiet determination with its uplifting melodies. Whether you need a soundtrack for deep reflection or just want to float away on a wave of beautifully crafted sound, Secrets from a Gemstone, is a mesmerizing listen that proves Craigology’s musical magic is in full force.


Rumia ‘Shift In The Air’



With ‘Shift in the Air’, Rumia weaves a stunning sonic tapestry that feels like the soundtrack to a beautifully shot psychological thriller. The interplay of crisp electric guitar, dreamy melodies, and her evocative lyricism creates an atmosphere that is both intimate and cinematic. What begins as a seemingly routine journey home soon morphs into an eerie, unshakable realization that reality has begun to warp—beloved books are rewritten, familiar places have transformed, and loved ones may no longer exist. This gripping premise, developed alongside Charlotte Kohn and Daria Kickler, elevates ‘Shift in the Air’ beyond mere storytelling; it becomes an experience. With its suspenseful build and open-ended conclusion, the track leaves the listener suspended in its haunting mystery, eager to hit repeat in search of hidden clues.

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